A thready pulse indicates what?

A thready pulse indicates what?

• A. Adequate perfusion
• B. Underlying problem that needs investigation
• C. Normal
• D. High blood pressure

Answer: (B)

A thready pulse is a weak, barely palpable pulse that points to reduced perfusion. It signals an underlying problem—such as hypovolemia from bleeding or dehydration, or other forms of shock—that requires rapid assessment and investigation. It is not a sign of adequate perfusion, normal function, or high blood pressure, so the best choice emphasizes that there’s a problem behind the weak pulse that needs attention.

A thready pulse is a weak, barely palpable pulse that points to reduced perfusion. It signals an underlying problem—such as hypovolemia from bleeding or dehydration, or other forms of shock—that requires rapid assessment and investigation. It is not a sign of adequate perfusion, normal function, or high blood pressure, so the best choice emphasizes that there’s a problem behind the weak pulse that needs attention.